"GEO. C. SCHOYEN DENVER. COLO." marked on top of the replacement barrel between the scope mounting blocks indicating the rifle passed through the hands of renowned western gunsmith George C. Schoyen (1845-1916) in his Denver shop. The barrel is fitted with a globe front sight with spirit level, and scope target blocks. There is no provision for a rear sight on the barrel, and a mid-range adjustable Vernier peep sight is fitted to the upper tang. No caliber markings visible on the barrel. The Stevens frame is marked "50" on the front flat (requires removal of the forend for viewing). Fitted with a deluxe walnut Schnabel forend and pistol grip schuetzen buttstock with a high comb, cheek rest, and casehardened Swiss buttplate. Includes false muzzle.